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Champaign Police warn residents about officer impersonation phone scam
Department says scammers are demanding money over fake warrants and urges public to hang up and report calls.
Champaign County Sheriff’s office responds to vehicle vs. pedestrian
SAINT JOSEPH, IL (Chambana Today) — This morning, at approximately 5:50 a.m., Champaign County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the…
Illinois men’s basketball climbs to No. 5 in AP poll after big road wins
Illini reach highest ranking since 2021 following victories over Washington and Nebraska.
Giertz Gallery to present “Fragments and Layers” exhibition
Show features works by Erin Furimsky and Tali Weinberg exploring systems, process and material.
2 days ago in World
Spain considers social media ban for under-16s, joining others in Europe
Spain plans to ban social media access for children under 16, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said Tuesday, in a move designed to shield young people from the harms of online content.
2 days ago in World
Russia bombards Ukraine with drones and missiles a day before planned peace talks
Russia carried out a major attack on Ukraine overnight in what President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday was a breach of its commitment to hold off on attacks on energy infrastructure, a day before representatives of the two countries were due to attend U.S.-brokered talks on ending the 4-year-old all-out war.
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District names Dr. Mamadou Tounkara as new administrator
Longtime public health leader succeeds Julie Pryde and outlines priorities focused on access, prevention and community wellbeing.
2 days ago in Olympics, Sports
Speedskater Erin Jackson, bobsledder Frank Del Duca picked as US flagbearers for Winter Olympics
Speedskater Erin Jackson already has made history, as the first Black woman to win an individual gold medal at a Winter Olympics. Bobsledder Frank Del Duca is a sergeant in the Army, hailing from a family with deep Italian roots. They might be the perfect pair to lead the U.S. into the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
2 days ago in National, Trending
‘Today’ show host Savannah Guthrie asks for prayers to help bring her missing mom home
"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is asking for prayers to help bring home her 84-year-old mother, whom authorities in Arizona believe was kidnapped, abducted or otherwise taken against her will.
Bingo fundraiser to support Catholic Charities services in Champaign and Piatt counties
Event at Savoy Elks Lodge will help fund food, housing and utility assistance programs.
Woman injured after shots fired at vehicle on Honeysuckle Lane, police say
Champaign police investigating afternoon shooting; no arrests made as of Monday evening.
Wagler earns fifth Big Ten freshman of the week honor
Illinois guard recognized after standout performances against Nebraska and Washington.
Red Cross volunteers assist 45 people after home fires across central Illinois
Six fires in one week highlight growing need for disaster response volunteers.
World War II veteran in Savoy to celebrate 100th birthday
Community to honor Navy veteran David Anderson for a century of service, sacrifice, and resilience.
Illinois 4-H seeks judges ahead of upcoming fair season
Alumni and volunteers invited to share expertise at county and state fairs in 2026.
Champaign County deputies make multiple DUI arrests during active weekend
Nine impaired-driving arrests, drugs and firearm seized in series of traffic stops across the county.
Safer Internet Day is February 10
Stay informed, as scams and online threats continue to evolve.
Fighting Illini women earn ranked road win at No. 25 Washington
Cearah Parchment and Berry Wallace power Illinois to 75–66 victory in Seattle.
3 days ago in National
Black History Month centennial channels angst over anti-DEI climate into education, free resources
In the 100th year since the nation's earliest observances of Black History Month — which began when scholar Carter G. Woodson pioneered the first Negro History Week — celebrations will go on. The current political climate has energized civil rights organizations, artists and academics to engage young people on a full telling of America's story.
3 days ago in National
5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and father return to Minnesota from ICE facility in Texas
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, who were detained by immigration officers in Minnesota and held at an ICE facility in Texas, were released following a judge's order and returned to Minnesota on Sunday, according to Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro.
